Waec English language 2010 Past Questions and Answers

Question 36:

• WAEC 2010

From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
The chairman observed that Andrew was the most qualified candidate for the job

A. Suitable
B. Accommodating
C. Responsible
D. Interesting

Question 37:

• WAEC 2010

From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
What do you intend to do with these inanimate objects?

A. Lively
B. Fascinating
C. Precious
D. Lifeless

Question 38:

• WAEC 2010

From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
Everybody noticed that the chairman's excuse was lame

A. Verbose
B. Precise
C. Unsatisfactory
D. Unconditional

Question 39:

• WAEC 2010

From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
The president appointed staunch supporters of his policies as advisers.

A. Trusted
B. Critical
C. Affluent
D. Strong

Question 40:

• WAEC 2010

From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word.
The little boy gave his candid opinion of the incident.

A. Quick
B. Brief
C. Frank
D. Hurried